Quantum Computing Since Democritus - Scott Aaronson

This book, titled "Quantum Computing Since Democritus," authored by Scott Aaronson and published by Cambridge University Press, offers a comprehensive exploration of mathematical, computer science, and physics concepts. It delves into a wide range of topics, starting from antiquity with Democritus and progressing through logic, set theory, computability, complexity theory, quantum computing, cryptography, and the information content of quantum states. Additionally, it includes discussions on the interpretation of quantum mechanics, time travel, Newcomb's Paradox, the anthropic principle, and the perspectives of Roger Penrose.

Scott Aaronson's engaging writing style makes this book accessible to readers with scientific backgrounds, as well as students and researchers in the fields of physics, computer science, mathematics, and philosophy.

• Author: Aaronson, Scott
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Illustration: N
• Language: ENG
• Title: Quantum Computing Since Democritus
• Pages: 00368 (Encrypted)
• On Sale: 2013-02-28
• SKU-13/ISBN: 9780521199568